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Be committed to prioritize excellence and quality to our clients. We specialize in tailor-made itineraries for groups and for individuals dealing with competitive prices or compromising our highly qualified services. All itineraries are subject to change to suit the interests of the individual or group.

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I have been a General Tour Guide of Sulawesi Tourism of Indonesia since 1990. As an experienced Tour Guide, I offer diversified Tours in conjunction with Eco Tourism, Adventure , Historical and Cultural, Diving and Snorkeling, Shopping-market, Island Tour, City Sightseeing, Trekking, Hiking and Biking, or other optional Tours which depends on your inquiries.
To be a professional guide, I must have a sense of belonging of all aspects as like reliable, professional, and credibility.

The vision and mission is to mainly concern with visitors getting much more information all about diversity, beauty and variety of cultures, traditions, customs and habits of the various ethnic groups which still exist in the Republic of Indonesia , thus to provide the beneficiaries of both material and spiritual aspects of lively interactions among humans and their environments.
On the other hand, certainly will increase understanding and awareness of the needy in order to maintain and preserve all aspects of sustainability those determine the totality and quality of lives on our earth.
Thus IQRA' Tours owns a motto which plays an important soulfulness to remain at the forefront of maintaining , protecting and preserving our environment . That motto says : LIVE and LET LIVE that ever be meant as a lively principle is " KEEP The FAITH "

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Toraja Tour 5D4N.

Duration: 05 Days/ 04 Nights
Mini participants : two persons

Itinerary:

Day 01 ARRIVAL IN MAKASSAR / TRANSFER HOTEL (D)
According to your schedule of arrival, you will meet our Tour Guide at Hanuddin Aiport Makassar. Then we drive to the down town of Makassar. Check in at the Hotel for overnight stay.

Day 02 MAKASSAR – TANA TORAJA (B,L,D)
In the morning, our tour guide will pick you up at the Hotel at 08.00 P.M. Then we will take you on a short city tour in Makassar by visiting the Fort Rotterdam an old Ducth fortress. Onwards to Paotere Anchorage the traditional Makassarese and Buginese boat harbor. Then take approx. 8 hours drive to Tana Toraja passing through the Buginese villages with their typical wooden houses. Lunch will be served at a seafood restaurant in Pare-Pare. In the afternoon have some drink or snack on café while enjoy the wonderful view of Mount Buttukabobong. In the afternoon arrive in Rantepao. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03 FULL DAY TANA TORAJA TOUR (B,L,D)
After breakfast, we will visit the stone hanging grave of Lemo with its Tau-Tau effigies. Then to Kambira where we can find the peculiar baby graves in the trees. Onwards we will explore the architecture of Tongkonan houses in Ketekesu village and Londa, which is a natural grave with entombed deceased. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Rantepao. In the afternoon, we visit Nanggala and Siguntuk, local Torajan villages famous for their old Tongkonan houses and rice barns. Then back to the Hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 04 FULL DAY TANA TORAJA TOUR (B,L,D)
In the morning we will visit Tinombayo where we can enjoy the spectacular view of the megalith stones spread over the extensive rice fields. Then to a burial cave of Lokomata. From Lokomata, we continue our trip to Batutumonga where we will a have short trekking, enjoy the beautiful panorama and experience a moment of the unique Torajan life style.. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Batutumonga. In the afternoon, we will visit Pallawa & Sa’dan, local Torajan villages famous for their wood carving. Then back to the Hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 05 DRIVE BACK TO MAKASAR / TRANSFER AIRPORT (B,L)
With the same road, we drive back to Makassar. Stop in Pare-Pare for having lunch at a seafood restaurant. Afternoon arrival in Makassar and directly transfer to Hasanuddin Airport Makassar for your flight to the next destination.

The above prices include : private ac car based, tour as per program, English speaking guide, entrance fees, full board meals, mineral water during tour (Aqua), tax & service and accommodation based on the above hotels mentioned.

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Bugis ( Lake Tempe Exploring ) – Toraja Tour Incl. Makassar

Duration: 06 Days/ 05 Nights
Mini participant : two persons

ITENERARY:

Day 01 ARRIVAL IN MAKASSAR / DRIVE TO SENGKANG (L,D)
On you arrival at Hasanuddin Airport Makassar, you will meet our Tour Guide. Then drive to Sengkang. On the way, we will visit Bantimurung, a multi stepped waterfall also famous for its colorful butterflies. Lunch en route. In the afternoon, arrive in Sengkang onwards we will visit the Lake Tempe where we will have a boat trip to explore the daily life style of the local Bugis fishermen who do live on the floating houses. Then check in at Pondok Eka Sengkang / similar—simple accommodation.

Day 02 SENGKANG—TORAJA (B,L,D)
After breakfast, we will visit the weaving center where we can see women hand spin and weave traditional sutera sarong silk clothes. Then drive to Toraja via Palopo. On the way from Palopo to Toraja offers us many spectacular views where we will also stop on Puncak Paredean for having refreshment while enjoy the beautiful mountainous panorama. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, arrive in Rantepao. Dinner and overnight stay at the Hotel.

Day 03 FULL DAY TORAJA TOUR (B,L,D)
After breakfast, we will take you on a full day Toraja tour. First, we will visit Lemo where we can find hanging graves with their rows of Tau-Tau sculptures. Then we will visit to Tampangallo, an ancient and natural grave in a cave with its entombed deceased. On to Kambira, where we will explore the extra ordinary of the baby graves on tree which called “ Tarra Tree “. Lunch will be served at a Maruang Restaurant. After lunch, we will visit Pallawa & Sa’dan which are famous as the center of wood carving in Tana Toraja. In the afternoon, back to Hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 04 FULL DAY TANA TORAJA (B,L,D)
After breakfast, we will take you on another full day tour around Tana Toraja. In the morning, we will visit Bori’ where we can find ancient megalith stones which already exist since thousands years. Then we will take you to Tinombayo highland to enjoy the superb view of the rice terraces and Torajan local villages from the hill-top. Then we will visit Batutumonga where we can view the town of Rantepao. Then we will visit Lokomata where we will find graves on a giant megalith stone. Continue our trip by taking a soft trekking from Pana to Tikala passing through the several Torajan villages with the local daily life style. Lunch will be served at Celebes Restaurant in Rantepao. In the afternoon, we will visit Marante & Nanggala, local Torajan villages with big Tongkonan houses and rice barns. In Nanggala we also could find bats hanging on trees around this village. Then we back to Hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 05 DRIVE BACK TO MAKASSAR (B,L,D)
After breakfast, check out hotel. Then drive back to Makassar via Pare-Pare. On the way we will stop on Puncak Bambapuang to view the spectacular view of the erotic mountain Buttukabobong. Lunch will be served at a seafood restaurant in Pare-Pare. In the afternoon arrive in Makassar, and transfer directly to the Hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 06 SHORT CITY TOUR / TRANSFER AIRPORT (B)
After breakfast, we will take you on a short city tour around Makassar by visiting Balla Lompoa Museum, the palace of the former Gowa kingdom where we can find all ancient collections from its royal family. Then to Sulawesi Miniature Garden to see the all types of South Sulawesian traditional houses and the Fort Somba Opu. Continue to the local Makassarese fishermen harbor in Je’neberang river. Then transfer directly to Hasanuddin Airport to catch your flight for your destination. End of Tour. Thank you very much for joining us for trip in Sulawesi. Hope to see you again. Selamat jalan & terima kasih / Thank you.

The above prices include private ac car based, tour as per program, English speaking guide, entrance fees, full board meals, mineral water during tour (Aqua), tax & service and accommodation based on the above hotels mentioned.

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SOUTH SULAWESI
South Sulawesi province comprises the narrow southwestern peninsula of this orchid-shaped island, which is mainly mountainous. The seafaring Bugis dominant the southern tip, whereas the northern part of South Sulawesi is inhabited by the Torajas whose unique culture rivals that of the Balinese. Famed for their seafaring heritage and Pinisi schooners for centuries, the Bugis possess to the present day one of the last sailing fleets in the world. The Bugis vessels have sailed as far as the Australian beach, leaving behind drawings of their ships on stone with words that have been integrated into the Aboriginal language of north Australia. Situated on the crossroads of well-traveled sea-lanes, its capital and chief trading port of Makassar (Ujung Pandang), till today the gateway to eastern Indonesia. Spanish and Portuguese galleons, followed by British and Dutch traders sailed these seas in search of the spice trade, escorted by their men of war to protect them against the daring raids of the Bugis and Makassar who attacked the intruders.

Day 01 Meeting service at Hassanuddin International Airport, Makassar.Then, directly transfer in and check in at Hotel for overnight in Makassar city, The capital of South Sulawesi Province.

Day 02 After breakfast, set out for a scenic drive to Tanjung Bira. On the way we will visit Bissappu waterfall in Bantaeng. Lunch en route. The Buginese and Makassarese are the most skillful boat builders and sailors in Indonesia. At Tana Beru you can see traditional Perahu boat construction. Dinner and overnight at simple accommodation.

Day 03 After breakfast, transfer to Sengkang, located in the center of the Former Buginese Kingdom. In Watampone we will visit the museum of Andi Mapasissi to see his collection from the former Bugis Royalties. Lunch en route. In the afternoon we will try to catch the beautiful views of the sunset over the Lake Tempe. We will cross the lake by motorized canoe and we will visit the fisherman families who do live on the floating villages. Overnight at guesthouse in Sengkang.
NOTE: Lake Tempe is Shallow lake by NO rain for a long Time, it will be dry and we can Not cross the lake.

Day 04 After breakfast, we will visit a traditional silk factory, where women handspin and weave silk cloth; then transfer to Tana Toraja via Palopo, a small Muslim harbor port. Lunch enroute. The road from Palopo to Toraja gives us spectacular views. In the afternoon arrival in Rantepao. Dinner and overnight at Hotel.

Day 05 After breakfast, a full day exploring Toraja. First we will visit Lemo to see rows of Tau Tau statues and the hanging graves. Onwards to Suaya to discover the secret of the Baby Tree, Also visiting today Londa, to see an ancient grave where the deceased are entombed. At Kete Kesu one of the oldest Torajan villages we can see Tongkonan and old rice barns, also famous for its traditional colorful woodcarving. Lunch in Rantepao. Dinner and overnight at Hotel.

Day 06 After breakfast we set out on a trip to Batutumonga enjoying superb views over Rantepao and surrounding valleys. Ideal for a walk along the rice fields to witness daily Torajan life. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Afternoon also visiting Pallawa, Sa'dan, known as the weaving center of Rantepao. Dinner and overnight at the Hotel.

Day 07 After breakfast, transfer back to Makassar. A coffee-stop at Puncak Lakawan will be made to enjoy the spectacular view. Lunch will be served at a seafood restaurant in Pare-Pare. Afterwards transfer directly to Hotel in Makassar for dinner and overnight.

Day 08 After breakfast, we will make a half day city tour of Makassar, visiting the Old Dutch Fortress Rotterdam and Paotere Anchorage, the Buginese boat harbor. Onwards transfer directly to Hasanuddin Airport Makassar to catch your flight to your next destination.

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Note : this tour package is combination between South & Central Sulawesi with different atmosphere and customs, where you can explore the culture and nature of Tana Toraja, the mysterious of crystal Lake Poso, one of the clearest lake in Indonesia and have a fun snorkeling, swimming, diving or take relax in peace and silence in white sandy beach of PRINCE JOHN DIVE RESORT.

Itinerary:
Day 01. ARRIVAL IN MAKASSAR / DRIVE TO TANA TORAJA (L,D)
According to your schedule of arrival by GA 620 Eta. 10h10 ex. Denpasar, you will meet our Tour Guide at Hasanuddin Airport Makassar. Then take approx. 8 hours scenic drive to Tana Toraja with many photo-stops en route, passing through the Buginese villages with their typical wooden houses. Lunch will be served at a seafood restaurant in Pare-Pare. In the afternoon stop on the Puncak Lakawan for having coffee break while enjoy the wonderful view of Mount Buttukabobong. In the afternoon arrive in Rantepao. Dinner and stay overnight at Hotel.

Day 02. FULL DAY TANA TORAJA TOUR (B,L,D)
After breakfast, we will visit the stone hanging grave of Lemo with its Tau-Tau effigies. Then to Kambira where we can find the peculiar baby graves in the trees. Onwards we will explore the architecture of Tongkonan houses in Ketekesu village and Londa, which is a natural grave with entombed deceased. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Rantepao. In the afternoon, we visit Nanggala and Siguntuk, local Torajan villages famous for their old Tongkonan houses and rice barns. Then back to the Hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 03. FULL DAY TANA TORAJA TOUR (B,L,D)
In the morning we will visit Tinombayo where we can enjoy the spectacular view of the megalith stones spread over the extensive rice fields. Then to a burial cave of Lokomata. From Lokomata, we continue our trip to Batutumonga where we will a have short trekking, enjoy the beautiful panorama and experience a moment of the unique Torajan life style.. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Batutumonga. In the afternoon, we will visit Pallawa & Sa’dan, local Torajan villages famous for their wood carving. Then back to the Hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 04. TORAJA – PENDOLO (B,L,D)
After breakfast, drive to Pendolo via Palopo. The road between Tana Toraja to Palopo offers us many spectacular views. Lunch en route. In the afternoon, arrive in Pendolo a small town, located on the south shore of Lake Poso. Dinner and stay overnight at Hotel Mulia Lake Poso – simple accommodation.

Day 05. PENDOLO – BANCEA - TENTENA (B,L,D)
By motorized boat, we cruising along to Bancea to visit the natural black orchid forest. And then proceed to Tentena for Lunch. After lunch drive to Siurri for your accommodation at Siuri Cottage at the side of the Poso Lake. Dinner will be served here.

Day 06. TENTENA – DONGGALA (B,L,D)
After breakfast, drive to Donggala. On the way we will visit the Sulewana Waterfall. Lunch will be served in Poso. In the afternoon, arrive in Donggala. Then drop to Tanjung Karang for dinner and overnight stay at Prince John Resort & Diving Center.

Prince John Dive Resort is located in Tanjung Karang approx. 40 minutes drive from Palu, the capital town of Central Sulawesi, the ideal escape for nature lover who enjoy lush green surround, great scuba diving, palm trees lined along white isolated sandy beaches and the simplicity of hanging in a hammock for an afternoon rest, peace and silence.

Day 07. FREE PROGRAM AT PRINCE JOHN RESORT (B,L,D)
Today is a free at your leisure at Prince John Resort to enjoy the atmosphere surround where you can do some snorkeling, swimming, diving or take relax on white sandy beach.

Day 08. FREE PROGRAM / TRANSFER OUT (B)
After breakfast, free program until the time for us to transfer to Mutiara Airport Palu to catch your flight to next destination

Have a nice trip !

The above prices include : private ac car based, tour as per program, English speaking guide, entrance fees, full board meals, mineral water during tour (Aqua), tax & service and accommodation based on the above hotels mentioned.

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Itenerary:
Day 01. ARRIVAL IN MAKASSAR / TRANSFER IN (D)
According to your schedule of arrival, you will meet our Tour Guide at Hasanuddin Airport Makassar. Then drive to the downtown of Makassar, is the capital town of South Sulawesi. Dinner and overnight stay at the Hotel Pantai Gapura Makassar – located on the sea front / similar.

Day 02. FULL DAY MAKASSAR TOUR (B,L,D)
After breakfast, we will take you on a full day tour in Makassar visiting the Sulawesi Miniature Garden to see all types of South Sulawesian traditional houses. Then to the Museum of Balla Lompa, where we can find various ancient collections from the past Gowa Kingdom. Continue to Malino, a high mountain resort famous for its extensive mountainous view. Lunch will be served in Malino. After lunch, we sightseeing in Malino area, visit the tea plantation area. In the afternoon, back to Makassar. Dinner and overnight at the Hotel Pantai Gapura Makassar.

Day 03. MAKASSAR – TORAJA (B,L,D)

Today, we drive to the highland of Tana Toraja which take approx. 8 hours drive passing through the Buginese villages with their typical wooden houses. Stop in Pare-Pare for having lunch at a seafood restaurant. In the afternoon, have some drink or snack on the Puncak Lakawan while enjoy the beautiful view of Mount Buttukabobong. Afternoon arrival in Rantepao. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel Toraja Prince.

Day 04. FULL DAY TORAJA TOUR (B,L,D)
After breakfast, we will visit the stone hanging grave of Lemo with its Tau-Tau effigies. Then to Kambira where we can find the peculiar baby graves in the trees. Onwards we will explore the architecture of Tongkonan houses in Ketekesu village and Londa, which is a natural grave with entombed deceased. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Rantepao. In the afternoon, we visit Nanggala and Siguntuk, local Torajan villages famous for their old Tongkonan houses and rice barns. Then back to Hotel Toraja Prince for dinner and overnight stay.

ay 05. FULL DAY TORAJA TOUR (B,L,D)
In the morning we will visit Tinombayo where we can enjoy the spectacular view of the megalith stones spread over the extensive rice fields. Then to a burial cave of Lokomata. From Lokomata, we continue our trip to Batutumonga where we will a have short trekking, enjoy the beautiful panorama and experience a moment of the unique Torajan life style.. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Batutumonga. In the afternoon, we will visit Pallawa & Sa’dan, local Torajan villages famous for their wood carving. Then back to the Hotel Toraja Prince for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 06. TORAJA / WHITE WATER RAFTING (B,L,D)
After breakfast, you will be picked up at the hotel by jeep auto car. Than we take you to Maulu river to have a fun 01 day white water rafting. Lunch will be served on the spot. In the afternoon back to Hotel Toraja Prince for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 07. TORAJA – PENDOLO (B,L,D)
Today we will enter the Central Sulawesi territory with drive to Pendolo via Palopo. Lunch en route. In the afternoon arrive in Pendolo, the small town located on shore of Lake Poso. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel Mulia Lake Poso.

Day 08. PENDOLO – TENTENA (B,L,D)
By a charter boat, we depart to Tentena by explore along the mysterious and crystal clear water of the Lake Poso. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, we visit the Wera Saluopa waterfall. Dinner and overnight stay in Siuri cottage in Tentena.

Day 09. TENTENA – AMPANA (B,L,D)
After breakfast, we drive to Ampana. Lunch en route. In the afternoon, arrive in Ampana. Dinner and overnight stay in Marina Inn Ampana.

Day 10. AMPANA – TOGIAN ISLAND (B,L,D)
After breakfast, On board to Togian by a charter motorized boat. Dinner and overnight stay in Island Retreat Resort.

Day 11. FREE PROGRAM AT TOGIAN (B,L,D)

Day 12. FREE PROGRAM AT TOGIAN (B,L,D)

Day 13. FREE PROGRAM AT TOGIAN (B,L,D)

Day 14. TOGIAN ISLAND – AMPANA – PALU (B,L,D)
After breakfast, back to Ampana to continue our trip to Palu. Late in the afternoon arrive in Palu. Dinner and overnight stay at Rama Garden Palu.

Day 15. PALU – GORONTALO (B,L,D)
After breakfast, drive to Gorontalo. Along the the road we will find several wonderful views and local life with various culture. Lunch en route. In the afternoon, arrive in Gorontalo. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel Yulia Inn Gorontalo.

Day 16. GORONTALO – MANADO (B,L,D)
After breakfast, we drive to Manado the capital town of North Sulawesi, passing through the local villages along the white sandy beach, coconut and clove plantation. Lunch en route. In the afternoon arrive in Manado. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 17. FULL DAY MINAHASA TOUR (B,L,D)
This tour is combination of scenic and historical tour, fresh air and enjoying the beautiful panorama of hilly and mountainous area. Tinoor spot, you can enjoy the beauty of Manado from the high. Tomohon city, a windy and cool city famous for its flowers, volcanoes and the smiling people. Tomohon traditional wet market, selling vegetables, traditional food of Minahasan such as wild pig, Dog, mice even snake. Woloan village an area with a big group of carpenters, they are building the traditional Minahasa wooden house for sell.Temboan hilltop, if not cloudy you can enjoy the fantastic panorama of line if vegetables, farms, Bitung port and Tondano lake with rice field surroundings. Here is a good photo spot. Drive around Tondano lake with its goldfish farm, visiting Pulutan village the producers of clay potteries made in traditional way. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel Formosa Manado.

Day 18. FULL DAY BUNAKEN TOUR (B,L,D)
Each day after breakfast full day tour around Bunaken Island . We will explore the magnificent beauty of of the Muslow Island coral reefs. With an abundance of colorful fish in the background you can enjoy the beautiful soft and hard corals of Bunaken. Lunch will be served on white-sandy beach of Bunaken Island . Back to Hotel Formosa Manado for dinner and overnight.

Day 19. FULL DAY TANGKOKO RAIN FOREST TOUR (B,L,D)
After breakfast, drive to Tangkoko start to explore the jungle with the possibility to see some endemic animals such as Macaca Nigra, Cuscus, Horn Bill, the smallest monkey in the world called Tarsius Spectrum and various snakes, beside that the impressive tropical flora. On the afternoon you can spend your time at black sandy beach before time transfer to Manado. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel Formosa Manado.

Day 20. FREE PROGRAM (B)

Day 21. TRANSFER AIRPORT (B)
After breakfast, transfer directly to Sam Ratulangi Airport Manado for your flight to next destination.

The above prices include : private ac car based, tour as per program, English speaking guide, entrance fees, full board meals, mineral water during tour (Aqua), tax & service and accommodation based on the above hotels mentioned.

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Note : this tour package is combination between South & Central Sulawesi with different atmosphere and customs, where you can explore the culture and nature of Tana Toraja, the mysterious of crystal Lake Poso, one of the clearest lake in Indonesia and cruising to heavenly place to TOGIAN ISLANDS where you can find a spectacular marine park and wonderful white sandy beaches.

Itinerary:
Day 01. ARRIVAL IN MAKASSAR / DRIVE TO TANA TORAJA (L,D)
According to your schedule of arrival by GA 620 Eta. 10h10 ex. Denpasar, you will meet our Tour Guide at Hasanuddin Airport Makassar. Then take approx. 8 hours scenic drive to Tana Toraja with many photo-stops en route, passing through the Buginese villages with their typical wooden houses. Lunch will be served at a seafood restaurant in Pare-Pare. In the afternoon stop on the Puncak Lakawan for having coffee break while enjoy the wonderful view of Mount Buttukabobong. In the afternoon arrive in Rantepao. Dinner and stay overnight at Hotel.

Day 02. FULL DAY TANA TORAJA TOUR (B,L,D)
After breakfast, we will visit the stone hanging grave of Lemo with its Tau-Tau effigies. Then to Kambira where we can find the peculiar baby graves in the trees. Onwards we will explore the architecture of Tongkonan houses in Ketekesu village and Londa, which is a natural grave with entombed deceased. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Rantepao. In the afternoon, we visit Nanggala and Siguntuk, local Torajan villages famous for their old Tongkonan houses and rice barns. Then back to the Hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 03. FULL DAY TANA TORAJA TOUR (B,L,D)
In the morning we will visit Tinombayo where we can enjoy the spectacular view of the megalith stones spread over the extensive rice fields. Then to a burial cave of Lokomata. From Lokomata, we continue our trip to Batutumonga where we will a have short trekking, enjoy the beautiful panorama and experience a moment of the unique Torajan life style.. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Batutumonga. In the afternoon, we will visit Pallawa & Sa’dan, local Torajan villages famous for their wood carving. Then back to the Hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 04. TORAJA – PENDOLO (B,L,D)
After breakfast, drive to Pendolo via Palopo. The road between Tana Toraja to Palopo offers us many spectacular views. Lunch en route. In the afternoon, arrive in Pendolo a small town, located on the south shore of Lake Poso. Dinner and stay overnight at Hotel Mulia Lake Poso – simple accommodation.

Day 05. PENDOLO – BANCEA - TENTENA (B,L,D)
By motorized boat, we cruising along to Bancea to visit the natural black orchid forest. And then proceed to Tentena for Lunch. After lunch drive to Siurri for your accommodation at Siuri Cottage at the side of the Poso Lake. Dinner will be served here.

Day 06. TENTENA – AMPANA (B,L,D)
After breakfast, drive to Ampana. Passing through the local villages with the typical daily life style. Lunch en route. In the afternoon, arrive in Ampana. Dinner and overnight stay in Marinna Inn Cottage Ampana.

Day 07. AMPANA – ISLAND RETREAT RESORT BOMBA, TOGIAN ISLAND (B,L,D)
By motorized charter boat we cruise to the heavenly islands of Togian. Lunch will be served on boat. In the afternoon, arrive in Bomba. In the evening, we will have a barbeque dinner at the shore of the beach. Overnight at Island Retreat Bomba.

Day 08. FREE PROGRAM (B,L,D)
After breakfast, your free day at leisure in Bomba where you can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, diving or cruising to the several of wonderful islands surround. Dinner and overnight at Island Retreat Bomba.

Day 09. FREE PROGRAM / TOGIAN ISLAND – AMPANA (B,L,D)
In the morning your free day at leisure. In the midday transfer back to Ampana. Lunch on boat. In the afternoon, arrive in Ampana. Dinner and overnight at Marinna Inn Cottage.

Day 10. AMPANA – PALU (B,L,D)
After breakfast, drive to Palu passing through the beach coast line and the fishermen villages. Lunch en route. In the afternoon, arrive in Palu the capital town of Central Sulawesi province. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel Rama Garden Palu.

Day 11. TRANSFER OUT (B)
After breakfast, free program until the time for transfer to Mutiara Airport Palu to catch your flight to the Next Destination

The above prices include : private ac car based, tour as per program, English speaking guide, entrance fees, full board meals, mineral water during tour (Aqua), tax & service and accommodation based on the above hotels mentioned.

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Adudu Nantu Wildlife Sanctuary Package

Duration: 08 Days/ 07 Nights
Mini participants : two persons

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Day 01. Upon arrival at Manado airport, you’ll welcome and pick up by our representative and then transfer to Manado for city tour, visiting : “Ban Hing Kiong” the oldest Chinese temple in East Indonesia, located at the China town of Manado, Bersehati Fish market, Boulevard st the center of Biz in Manado,etc. (L.D)

Day 02.Manado - Gorontalo (B.L.D)
After breakfast at the hotel, drive directly to Gorontalo passing Amurang, Inobonto, Lolak and Kwandang. Lunch will be served en route. Along the way you’ll have nice panorama of plantations (Cloves, Cinnamon,etc), paddy fields, beaches, fisherman village and local life style. Late afternoon arrive in Gorontalo, check in at the hotel.

Day 03.Gorontalo – Paguyaman / Nantu Forest (B.L.D)
After having b’fast, will arrange the permition at Foreign police at Gorontalo for Nantu Wildlife Sanctuary, afterwards drive directly to Nantu forest. Lunch will then be served en route. Arrive in Nantu village you’ll have free at leisure.

Day 04.Full Day Nantu Forest Tour (B.L.D)
After early b’fast at the cottage, you’ll have full day tour in Nantu forest to see the Pig deer from observation place or from the place that the ranger will takes you. Beside the Pig deer, some times there is also Anoa (Dwarf Buffalo) come and drink in mud puddles among the Pig deers !

Day 05.(Same Program as day 04)(B.L.D)

Day 06.Nantu Forest – Gorontalo (B.L.D)
After b’fast at the cottage, return to Gorontalo for to have a City tour of Gorontalo. Check in at the hotel in Gorontalo.

Day 07.Gorontalo – Manado (B.L.D)
After early breakfast at the hotel, drive back to Manado.

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WELCOME TO SULAWESI - EAST INDONESIA

INTRODUCTION:

Ancient mariners migrated to the distant islands of Oceania from all over the globe by wind and wave and star, bringing with them their traditions and cultures, long before Columbus ever set sail. Indonesia's emerald archipelago offers a visual and cultural feast to the visitor. Extraordinary landscapes, from rugged mist-covered mountains to primal tropical jungles, verdant green rice terraces and mysterious lakes, dominate the interior. Along the coast dazzling coral reefs encircle dormant volcanoes that jut dramatically out of the sea. Stretches of white sandy beach fringed with coconut palm and scattered fishing villages are flanked by dramatic limestone headlands.

Every Iqra Tours program guarantees to provide inquisitive travelers with the opportunity for first-hand discovery. Our destinations continually reach farther into the most remote regions on earth. Our commitment is to offer the finest in attentive service and the most comfortable of accommodation, to share our environmental concerns, and to help travelers grow into lifelong ambassadors to destinations visited.

Explore the Mysterious and Unique Cultures in:
Unspoiled Indonesia outside Bali, with its natural beauty, promises a real exciting experience to adventure. See the unique of the traditions and mystical life for the TORAJA in South Sulawesi, the impressive, traditional dance and houses of the MINAHASA in North Sulawesi, the beautiful Poso Lake, nature waterfall and megalith culture in Central Sulawesi.

And experience an exciting river cruise and jungle adventure on the Mahakam River in Kalimantan, and the exotic Maluku Island. See also the Stone Age Villages of the natives with their unique way of life in Irian Jaya.

Come to East Nusa Tenggara( Flores, Timor, Sumbawa etc ) to see the Giant Lizart wild life KOMODO, the contrasting three colours of lake KELIMUTU, megalith culture in BAJAWA and also other unique cultures / traditional in NIAS North Sumatra and JAVA.

SOUTH SULAWESI:

The province of South Sulawesi comprises the narrow south-western peninsula of this orchid-shaped island which is mainly mountainous.

The seafaring Bugis dominate the southern tip, whereas the northern part of South Sulawesi is inhabited by the Torajas whose unique culture rivals that of the Balinese.

Famed for their seafaring heritage and Pinisi schooners for centuries, the Bugis possess to the present day one of the last sailing fleets in the world.

The Bugis vessels have sailed to as far as the Australian coast, leaving behind drawings of their ships on stone with words that have been integrated into the Aboriginal language of north Australia. Situated on the crossroads of well traveled sea-lanes, its capital and chief trading port of Ujung Pandang, is till today the gateway to eastern Indonesia. Spanish and Portuguese galleons, followed by British and Dutch traders sailed these seas in search of the spice trade, escorted by their men of war to protect them against the daring raids of the Bugis and Makassarase who attacked the intruders.

Ujung Pandang, was formerly Makassar, well known for its Macassar oil from which the English word "antimacassar" evolved for small covers to protect upholstery. The fortifications which overlook the harbor were originally built in 1545. Gowa's most famous king is considered a national hero, named Sultan Hasanuddin, the 16th king of Gowa who waged a long and fierce war against the colonial forces.

The Tomanurung stone with inscriptions can still be seen in a plot neighboring the royal graves, near Sungguminasa, formerly the seat of the kings of Gowa. The Bugis kingdom of Bone, Wajo and Soppeng and the Makassarase kingdom of Gowa emerged in the 13th century. Though interrelated through marriage, Bone and Gowa have for centuries battled against each other. The southern coast is protected by small archipelagoes and has excellent facilities for water sports. These islands have been developed for holiday resorts. Further north, through rugged country is Tana Toraja, often referred to as the "Land of the Heavenly Kings".

An ethnic group who believes that their forefathers descended from heaven onto a mountain some twenty generations ago, the Torajas have a unique culture based on animistic beliefs. Known for their grand burial ceremonies on cliffs or hanging graves, they practice an ancestral cult even today where death and afterlife ceremonies are great feasts when buffaloes are sacrificed in the final death ceremony, after which the deceased's remains are placed in a coffin and interred in caves hollowed out in high cliffs.

The mouth of the cave is guarded by lifelike statues, looking out from a "balcony". As death has such an "important meaning" when the souls are released, burials are elaborate and follow days of feasting. Rock graves are also a form of burial. A strict hierarchy is followed in the villages.

"Tongkonan" ( family houses) are built on stilts with roofs on each end rising like the prows of a ship, representing the cosmos. The mountains offer a fantastic panorama of natural beauty, including the long drive from Ujung Pandang to Tana Toraja. South Sulawesi is also known for its silk industry and silver-work whereas its economy is based on agriculture. Ujung Pandang is easily accessible by air. There are several daily flights from Jakarta and also daily services from Bali, Surabaya and Manado.

PLACES OF INTEREST:

Ujung Pandang:
The provincial capital of Ujung Pandang has in its history played an important role as the gateway to the former kingdom of Gowa and now to the whole province because of its natural harbor. The center of business and administration, the city has expanded outwards from its most important landmark, that of Benteng Ujung Pandang which faces the sea front.

One of the eleven fortresses of the kingdom, it was built in 1545 during the reign of Tuni Pallanga, the 10th sultan of Gowa. When Gowa capitulated to the colonial forces under the treaty of Bungaya in 1667, the fort was renamed Rotterdam by Admiral Speelman who constructed bastions and buildings of typical Dutch architecture making it the center of the civilian government, including a church on its premises. One of the best preserved forts of that area, only the thick walls of earth and stones remain of the original complex, now occupied by educational and cultural offices of the provincial government. The two buildings house the Ujung Pandang State Museum, exhibiting archaeological and historical objects, manuscripts, numismatics, ceramics and ethnic costumes and ornaments.

Visiting hours of the museum are from 8.00 a.m. until 4.00 p.m. daily except on Mondays and public holidays. The fort itself is open daily till 17.00 p.m. Dedicated as a center of culture, the Conservatory of Dance and Music is located here and on the open stage in the center of the fort, dance classes for children can be seen in progress.

Though unmarked, but of historical interest is the dungeon where one of Indonesia's most prominent heroes in the struggle for freedom, Prince Diponegoro was imprisoned for 27 years. Prince Diponegoro was buried in a family plot in the middle of the city on a street named after him: jalan Diponegoro. The family tree displayed on the wall indicated that none of his descendants returned to the courts of Yogyakarta, instead, they settled in Ujung Pandang and their custodian is a great-grandson.

Mr. Bundt, a Dutchman, has in his private residence at No. 15 jalan Mochtar Lutfi a collection of seashells and corals. His spacious garden is filled with rare Indonesian orchids and hybrids. A visit is worthwhile and several of the collections are on sale. Mr. Bundt is registered in the Sander's List of London as an expert in orchid cultivation.

Sunsets in the Makassar Strait can be viewed from a promenade at jalan Penghibur or the Paotere anchorage in the north end of the city where the Pinisi schooners are berthed.

Across the harbor is Kayangan Island which can be reached in 15 minutes by ferry. A popular recreational resort for the people of the city, there is entertainment in the evening and on Sundays.

Paotere Anchorage:
On the outskirts of Ujung Pandang, Paotere is where sailing boats and other small vessels anchor to unload their cargo. The setting casts a glow over the sea with the silhouettes of the boats. This scenery is most often photographed by tourists.

Samalona Island:
Across the harbor of Ujung Pandang is Samalona Island which has been developed into a pleasant recreational resort. It can be reached by boat in 45 minutes and has simple accommodation. Recreational sports include diving, snorkeling, water skiing and fishing. Best months to visit are from February to October.

Sungguminasa:
Formerly the seat of the kings of Gowa, about 11 km. from Ujung Pandang is the old palace of wood, standing on stilts facing the town square across the administration office. Now the Ballalompoa Museum, weapons and costumes of royalty are on display in glass cases.

The royal regalia which includes a stone studded gold crown weighing 1769 grams can be seen only on special request.

Tomb of Sultan Hasanuddin:
Sultan Hasanuddin (1629-1690) was famous for his exceptional bravery in his struggle against colonial encroachment in South Sulawesi. His tomb and those of other kings of Gowa are located in a secluded cemetery not far from Sungguminasa, about 8 km from Ujung Pandang.

The huge crypts are gray with age and just outside the walls of the cemetery, a small fenced-off plot contains the Tomanurung stone on which the kings of Gowa were crowned in a show of pomp and splendor. Not far from the tombs is the oldest mosque in the area, built in 1603.

Malino:
Formerly the holiday resort of the kings. Malino, which is 70 km from Ujung Pandang offers a haven from city-life. Located on the slopes of Mt. Bawakaraeng it has a cool climate with forests of pine trees making it picturesque. Deer hunting on horseback was a royal sport in the days gone by.

Bulukumba:
You will find white sandy beaches at Bira, 178 km from Ujung Pandang to the south. Traditional ship building is also located in this area. Not far from this area visitors can cross to the island of Selayar.

Goa Mampu:
The largest cave in South Sulawesi, the legendary cave of Mampu is about 140 km from the capital. Besides stalagmites and stalactites, rock formations resemble human figures and animals to which legends are attached.

The cave is inhabited by bats who shriek and flutter around when bright lights pierce the darkness.

Bantimurung:
To the north of Ujung Pandang and driving east along the mountain range, is the Bantimurung waterfalls, about 41 km from the capital. A cascade of sparkling water gushes out between rocky cliffs into a stream shaded by tall trees. Here the air is filled with butterflies which fly from shrub to shrub over the water.

These rare brightly colored ornithoid butterflies are considered the most beautiful in the world.

Leang-Leang:
Now declared an archaeological site, these prehistoric caves have strange rock carvings of hands and a wild pigs, believed to be 5,000 years old. The road leads from Maros through the cave-riddled limestone hills to the site about half an hour's drive from the airport.

Pare-pare:
Pare-pare is a lunch stop along the road from Ujung Pandang to Toraja, through paddy-fields and typical Bugis houses made of wood and bamboo, built on stilts. Here we can find the museum Labangenge, located at jalan Bau Massepe No. 82, Pare-pare.

Sengkang:
The capital town of Wajo Regency is well-known for its silk weaving and therefore is the center of Buginese silk. This area is populated by the Buginese ethnic group, known for their crossing to other islands as traders of silk, sarongs and other material. Here we can find lake Tempe, one of the tourist resorts. Sailing and boating can be enjoyed on this lake.

Soppeng:
Another center of the silk industry, this spinning mill produces thread from silk worms. Weaving can be seen in many private homes along this route which is 240 km to the northeast of Ujung Pandang. The finest silk is hand-loomed by village women who individually need a whole month to produce two meters of silk. Visitors are welcome to stop and watch, or make a purchase if there is any readily available.

Tana Toraja:
Tana Toraja, (Toraja Land) which lies in the north of the province is known for its unique culture and ancient traditions. The center of tourism is Rantepao, 328 km from Ujung Pandang by road. There are several small bungalow hotels at Rantepao, and Makale, the district capital. The entry to Tana Toraja is marked by a gate built in traditional boat-shaped architecture. The road passes through the mountains of Kandora and Gandang on which, according to Toraja mythology, the first ancestors of celestial beings descended from heaven.

The majority of the people still follows an ancestral cult called "Aluk Todolo" which governs all traditional ceremonies. From Rantepao, side trips can be made to Kete, a traditional village where there are handicraft and unique shops. Behind the village there is a grave site on a hillside. Life-size statues guard over old coffins. As roads are not always paved, it is necessary to use a jeep or walk if the weather is good (between May and October). Two cliff graves easy to reach are Lemo and Londa. Londa is one of the oldest hanging graves belonging to the nobility. A large balcony is filled with effigies of the dead. Kerosene lamps with young village guides, can be hired to enter the caves to see skeletons and old coffins. At Lemo, burial chambers are cut out of the rock and several balconies filled with effigies look out while new caves are being dug to serve as family graves.

There are several grave sites and traditional villages of which Palawa is a classic example of a village on a small hill with "Tongkonan" or a burial place with celebrations and festivals. Visitors are welcome but they are expected to adhere to local customs of dress, seating and bringing a token present.

Enrekang:
236 km to the north of Ujung Pandang, you can see beautiful landscapes at Bambapuang, located 20 km from Enrekang to the north on the way to Tana Toraja. Here can be seen an erotic mountain called Batu Kabobong, by its shape formed by the valley and slopes. A rest house is built on an elevation, giving a clear view of the countryside.

Polewali - Mamasa (Polmas):
Polewali is the capital town of Polmas Regency located 246 km north of Ujung Pandang. It is inhabited by Mandarnese, Buginese, Torajans and Javanese ethnic groups. This town is well-known for its silk sarongs which is called "Sarung Mandar" and rattan furniture and crafts. There are several small islands to be reached by fishing boats in 10- 16 minutes. All these islands, have white sandy beaches.